On 7 November 2008, Campa announced his plans to step down as MCPON on 12 December 2008 and to retire on 1 April 2009. On 5 December 2008, Fleet Master Chief Rick D. West was announced as the 12th MCPON. Campa received the Navy Distinguished Service Medal during his retirement ceremony. Awards and decorations Campa earned 7 service stripes. See also Hispanics in the United States Navy External links MCPON, departing: Campa to retire Year of birth missing (living people) Living people People from Lynwood, California People from the San Fernando Valley Master Chief Petty Officers of the United States Navy Excelsior College alumni Naval War College alumni Recipients of the Navy Distinguished Service Medal